• Category: Merchant stories

    The Barn Owl: The Local Choice for Soul-Soothing Coffee, Wholesome Food and All-Round Good Vibes ..

    The Barn Owl: The Local Choice for Soul-Soothing Coffee, Wholesome Food and All-Round Good Vibes

    The Barn Owl Coffee is making its mark all over KZN with three beautiful locations. The brain behind the business, Ryan Solomon, takes us through how his vision for The Barn Owl Coffee manifested into what’s before him today. Read more
    Sun, Sea and Smiles with Hallo Coffee ..

    Sun, Sea and Smiles with Hallo Coffee

    W.P Wessels is well and truly living the dream. Situated along the coastal stretch of the Garden Route in a town called Wilderness, he spends his days bringing joy in the best way he knows how: ‘n lekker koffie by die see. Read more
    Making a Splash in Umhlanga with The Car Wash Company ..

    Making a Splash in Umhlanga with The Car Wash Company

    Quality service with a smile defines Ashton Johnstone and The Car Wash Company’s approach to keeping Durban’s vehicles squeaky clean. Read more
    PE Propshafts: Rising by Lifting Others Up ..

    PE Propshafts: Rising by Lifting Others Up

    If you’re looking for propshaft repairs, look no further than the propshaft specialists at PE Propshafts. Read more
    Roger’s Jewellery: Master Goldsmith of the Garden Route ..

    Roger’s Jewellery: Master Goldsmith of the Garden Route

    We sat down with Logan Harris to speak about creating handmade jewellery that lasts at Roger's Jewellery Studio in Plettenberg Bay. Read more
    Ahmed's Tikka House: Food from the Heart ..

    Ahmed's Tikka House: Food from the Heart

    From a street-side stall to a business known by foodies worldwide, Ahmed’s Tikka House is a story of passion for fiery cuisine. Read more
    On the Rise with GOOD: Bread & Stuff ..

    On the Rise with GOOD: Bread & Stuff

    While life during the pandemic seemed to crumble, GOOD: Bread & Stuff was on the rise. Read on for why they are our merchant of the month. Read more
    Rise Brand: Rising Above Challenges ..

    Rise Brand: Rising Above Challenges

    Hailing from Ballito, Rise Brand believes that together we can overcome any challenge. Kicking off our first 2022 merchant spotlight is the story of Rise Brand. Read more
    Miaco Lash and Brow Bar: Look Good, Feel Good, Do Good ..

    Miaco Lash and Brow Bar: Look Good, Feel Good, Do Good

    Miaco Lash and Brow Bar in Durban is set to making you look good, so you can feel good and do good. Get all the deets on Miaco and what they can do for you. Read more
    Friends to Founders: The Fired Up Pizzeria Story ..

    Friends to Founders: The Fired Up Pizzeria Story

    Meet Luke and Benson, two Durban-based foodies and the founders of Fired Up Pizzeria in Durban. Today, they share with us their key ingredients to success. Read more
    The Greenhouse Shop: Where Plants Go To Grow ..

    The Greenhouse Shop: Where Plants Go To Grow

    Amie, owner of The Greenhouse Shop, a nursery in Cape Town, shares how she grew her lifelong dream into a thriving business. Read more
    The Firehouse: The Home of Wood-fired Pizza ..

    The Firehouse: The Home of Wood-fired Pizza

    The Firehouse founder, Graham, shares a flavourful recount of how he went from a Friday Pizza night fan to a wood-fired pizza joint owner. Read more
    Christy-Anne Jewellery: There’s Beauty in the Process ..

    Christy-Anne Jewellery: There’s Beauty in the Process

    In this Merchant Spotlight, we get a closer look at local jeweller, Christy-Anne, and her beautiful entrepreneurship journey with Christy-Anne Jewellery. Read more
    True Brew Café: Great Coffee in the Heart of Glen Ashley ..

    True Brew Café: Great Coffee in the Heart of Glen Ashley

    In this Merchant Spotlight, we find out what it takes to run one of Durban’s best up and coming coffee shops – True Brew Café. Read more
    The Italian Job Food Emporium ..

    The Italian Job Food Emporium

    We cook Italian, we talk Italian, we are Italian. The Italian Job is a family-run café, tasting room & stockist of authentic Italian products. Read more
    Kalahari Thyme - A South African Bar And Grill ..

    Kalahari Thyme - A South African Bar And Grill

    A South African bar and grill restaurant in Maboneng, Johannesburg that specialises in exquisite dishes that carry a sophisticated touch of African cuisine. Read more
    Royalty Hides: Unique Nguni Products ..

    Royalty Hides: Unique Nguni Products

    Royalty Hides is a boutique specialising in top grade and unique Nguni rugs, stylish ottomans, accessories and so much more. Read more
    Seascapes and The Lighthouse ..

    Seascapes and The Lighthouse

    Incredible views, amazing space and an atmosphere that whispers “relaxation.” Seascapes is the perfect timeout from the hustle and bustle of city life. Read more
    Camelot Spa at Pearls Mall ..

    Camelot Spa at Pearls Mall

    Indulge in a range of spa treatments at Camelot Spa: your World of Wellness. An international brand and the largest spa group in Africa. Read more
    The Barn Owl ..

    The Barn Owl

    Great ambience. Great coffee. Great quality. And great service. Add to that, peaceful surroundings and crisp fresh mountain air. What more could you ask for? Read more